Virginia Jewell

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bernice S. Nichols, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who entered eternal rest on January 10, 2026, at the age of 98. Born on March 21, 1927, in Russell Springs, Kentucky, Bernice was the eldest daughter of fourteen ...

Christine B. (Cat) Frye 74, of Corbin, Kentucky, was born on December 7, 1951, in Williamsburg, KY, and peacefully passed away on January 12, 2026. Known for her humble nature and thoughtful gestures, Christine lived her life with grace and generosity. A beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, sh...

1200 Noon until time of service at 200 p.m. Tuesday December 23 2025 at JonesPreston Funeral Chapel Donna Sue Ross Souther age 80 of Blaine Kentucky passed away Sunday December 21 2025 at her home. Donna was born August 28 1945 in Johnson County Kentucky daughter of the late Fred Ross and Jewell Spa...

78 passed away December 3 2025. James was the son of William Samuel Campbell and Cora Lyttle Campbell born to them on December 12 1946 at home in Blake Star Coal Camp Alva Kentucky. James was a kind man much beloved by all who knew him. He was a dedicated member of Northside Baptist Church. James lo...

Clarence Lee Jones age 69 formerly of Bertrand MO died Monday December 29 2025 at his home in St. Peters MO. Clarence Jones was born February 13 1956 to the late William Harrison Jones and Dorothy Laverne Wallace Jones. He had lived in Mississippi county most of his life most recently living in the ...

Mollie Blankenship Lester 85, of Jolo, WV passed peacefully at home Thursday, October 23, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born on June 18, 1939, in Wolford, VA, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Jennie Rowe Blankenship.Mollie was of the Christian faith and a member of Jesus Church of Bartl...

Lorraine Horne Jackson, 88 years of age, of Pilgrims Knob, VA, passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at her residence with her family by her side. Born September 11, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Henry Horne and Belvia Ward Horne.Lorraine was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed sewing, g...

Janice “Yvonne” McClanahan Evans, 68 years of age, of Jolo, WV, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at McDowell Healthcare Center. Born February 21, 1957, in Welch, WV, she was the daughter of the late Everett and Mary Addaline Puckett McClanahan.Yvonne was of the Pentecostal faith enjoyed do...

Mr. Ira (JR) Pruitt, Jr., age 77, of Jewell Ridge, VA passed away Thursday December 11, 2025 at the home of his sister following an extended illness. Born at Jewell Ridge, VA he was the son of the late Georgie Pruitt.  In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by lifelong compan...

Bess Dean VanDyke, age 71, of Jewell Ridge, VA passed away on January 8, 2026. She was born On June 21, 1954, to the late Bill and Sue Turner. She was a well-known animal lover and loved the outdoors.In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one brother, Cooper Turner.She is surv...

Donald Maynard, 96 of Wayne, WV, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at St. Mary’s Medical Center. Funeral services will be conducted 12:00 p.m. Friday, January 2, 2026 at Cross Roads Church, Wayne, WV by Elder Charlie Paulsen. Burial will follow at Jarrett Maynard Cemeter...

Robert L. Cunningham, 80, of Lumberport, passed away on October 16, 2025. He was born June 30, 1945, in Clarksburg, a son to the late David Cunningham and Delberta Fox Cunningham. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Richard Lee Cunningham; and two half-sisters, Patty Helmi...

Jabez Carl J.C. Anderson 71 of Princeton passed away Monday October 20 2025 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke VA. Born May 22 1954 in Mullens WV he was the son of the late Henry Carl Anderson and Velma Ruth Anderson. J.C. was a graduate of Mullens High School and went on to earn a Bachelors de...

On Friday October 24 2025 Hayward Lee Jones Jr. affectionately known as Tracy peacefully transitioned from this earthly life at his residence. He was born in Martinsville VA on September 21 1955 to Myrtle Jewell Smith Jones and the late Hayward Lee Jones Sr. Tracy was a graduate of Martinsville High...